Prolegomena To Ancient History

""Prolegomena To Ancient History"" is a comprehensive book by John Pentland Mahaffy that was first published in 1871. The book is divided into two parts. The first part of the book focuses on the interpretation of legends and inscriptions, which are the primary sources of ancient history. The author explains how to read and interpret these sources to gain a better understanding of ancient cultures and societies. The second part of the book is a survey of old Egyptian literature. The author delves into the ancient texts and provides insights into the beliefs, values, and practices of the Egyptian people. Mahaffy examines the social, political, and economic systems of ancient Egypt and how they evolved over time. Throughout the book, the author provides a detailed analysis of the ancient world and its history. He discusses the various civilizations that existed during this time and their contributions to human history. Mahaffy's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, ""Prolegomena To Ancient History"" is an essential read for anyone interested in ancient history, and it serves as an excellent introduction to the subject. The book provides valuable insights into the interpretation of ancient sources and offers a detailed survey of old Egyptian literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.